County Meath Castle

Where: County Meath, Ireland

Why: Say you were Irish royalty back in the day, this is where you'd summer. This quaint (if you can call a castle quaint...) country estate houses 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and can sleep as many as 15 people. Think of this as the warm weather pied-a-terre to your year-round manor.

Croatian Luxury Villa

Where: Hvar, Croatia

Why: Much of GOT is filmed in Croatia – and for good reason. Imagine vacationing on this breathtaking, must-visit coastline destination – without the drama. This Baroque palace was built in 1612 and includes a pool, a spa, sauna and massage suite and a fully stocked wine cellar.

18th Century Medieval Castle

Where: Goudourville, France

Why: History buffs will love that King Henry IV, Queen Catherine de Medici and Pope Clement V were all esteemed guests of this French castle. But since their visits, the owners have modernized this landmark estate with updated finishes – they've even put in a pool.

Old XVIII Century Palace in Old Quarter

Where: Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

Why: This castle has a little more vibrance than the old school estates of France and the U.K. This castle comes complete with 6 suites, each with its own ensuite bathroom, a 3-car garage, courtyard, indoor pool, library, private gardens and proximity to some of Frontera's best tourist attractions, bars, shops and more.

Castle on Glen

Where: West Elmira, New York

Why: Its in your backyard in comparison to those across the Atlantic, and yet still evokes that GOT, Downton Abbey vibe. This three-bedroom Tudor home even has a moat and sits atop a hill for that fairy tale feel, and even has a wide array of options should you want to throw a theme party – the home comes with a wardrobe full of royalty-inspired dress-up clothes just for fun.

Fenton Tower

Where: North Berwick (18 miles east of Edinburgh), Scotland

Why: Set in the picturesque Scottish countryside, this fortified tower offers panoramic views in all directions. The surrounding landscape and the security were so top notch, that the estate has played home to King James VI of Scotland (son of Mary Queen of Scots). Now restored, the tower sits adjacent to some truly spectacular golf courses, which makes it ideal for a guys trip or for anyone looking to spend the day out on the course.

Venetian Palazzo

Where: Venice, Italy

Why: This place is basically a museum. With opulent rooms, modern bathrooms, and a beautiful palace courtyard this castle is royal to the max – with a modern touch. It also doesn't hurt that unlike most majestic manors of its kind, this one is situated smack dab in the middle of one of Italy's top destinations, rather than in the remote countryside.

Albion Castle

Where: San Francisco, California

Why: The Bay Area may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of royalty, or the castles that hosted them, but this unusual landmark is bringing some drama to the laid-back ease of West Coast living. Kick back here for a friends' getaway, corporate retreat and be sure to have a beer on the grounds as an ode to the castle's history – this property was once a working brewery.

Stuckgowan House

Where: Loch Lomond, Scotland

Why: This grand castle sleeps 21, and has vast views over Loch Lomond. Plus, if you get restless in the remote, calm Scottish countryside, you can always curl up for a film in the castle's movie theatre.